Craftsman 137.217100 Owner's Manual page 4

24. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence
of any drugs, alcohol or medication that could affect
your ability to use the tool properly.
25. Dust generated from certain materials can be
hazardous to your health. Always operate the
shaper/router in a well-ventilated area and
provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection
systems whenever possible.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE SHAPER/ROUTER
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Do not operate your shaper / router until it is completely
assembled and installed according to the instructions.
1. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation
of shaper/reuters, obtain advice from your supervisor,
instructor, or other qualified person.
2. MAKE SURE wiring codes and recommended
electrical connections are followed and that the
machine is properly grounded.
3. NEVER turn the shaper/router ON until all tools,
scraps of wood, and other debris are removed from
the table.
4. DO NOT shape or rout materials less than 12" in
length or 4" in width without special supporting fixtures.
Use a holding jig or fixture to guide it past the cutter.
5. ALWAYS use a miter gauge when edge-shaping a
workpiece less than 6" wide. Keep your hands at least
6" away from the cutting tool.
6. AVOID awkward hand positions. A sudden slip could
allow your hand to contact the cutter.
7. USE A PUSH STICK or a scrap piece of work material
to push the workpiece, to keep your hands safely away
from the cutter.
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NEVER run the workpiece between the cutter and
the fence backstop.
USE AUXILIARY GUIDES clamped to the fence or
table, if necessary, to keep your hands safely away
from the cutter.
DO NOT feed material that is warped, contains knots,
or is embedded with foreign objects, such as nails or
staples.
NEVER start the shaper / router with the workpiece
in contact with the cutter,
ALWAYS use the cutter safety guard provided with
the machine.
NEVER perform layouL assembly, or set-up work on
the table while the shaper is operating.
KEEP the cutting tools sharp and free from rust and
pitch.
16. ALWAYS ADJUST the fence as close as possible to
the cutter, keeping the cutter between the fence boards.
17. ALWAYS lock the fence hardware securely after
making fence adjustments.
18. MAKE CERTAIN the cutting tools are propedy installed
and secured before starting the machine.
19. MAKE SURE the shaper/router is mounted to a
secure surface. Check carefully for any tipping or
"walking", and secure the workbench or supporting
surface before using the tool.
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MAKE SURE THE KEYED WASHER is installed directly
under the SPINDLE JAM NUT and the nut is tight.
Serious injury may result if the nut loosens.
ALWAYS LOCK the cutter depth lock handle after
adjusting it.
ALWAYS use a collar or bearing guide if cutting with
the fence assembly removed.
DO NOT perform any operation freehand. ALWAYS:
• USE THE FENCE for straight shaping.
• USE THE MITER GAUGE for end shaping.
• USETHE STARTING PIN AND COLLARS for
curve shaping.
ALWAYS feed the workpiece AGAINST the cutter
rotation.
25, WHEN SHAPING with collars and the starting pin:
• THE COLLAR MUST have sufficient bearing surface
for contacting the workpiece.
• THE WORKPIECE MUST be fairly wide in proportion
to the cut being made. NEVER shape short
workpieces of narrow material.
• THE CU-I-rER SHOULD be positioned below the
collar whenever possible.
26. MAKE all adjustments with the power OFF.
27. WEAR EAR PROTECTION when operating this tool.
28. AVOID deep cuts. Excessive depth of cut can cause
kick-back.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR
SPECIFICATIONS
The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreversible
type. See "MOTOR" in the PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
section on page 2.
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the
tool, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired at the
factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V. 15 Amp
circuit and use a 15 Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or
damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.
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